Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 30 at 2:21PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 30, 2026 - 1:21pm
Expires:
August 30, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 221 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 26
miles south of Halls Crossing, or 44 miles west of Mexican Hat,
moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central San
Juan County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southeast Utah; Canyonlands/Natural Bridges
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Junction CO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov